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Jayla K.

Lehighton, PA

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$17/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 5+ years experience with the additional first aid training and CPR certification. I am currently a lead summer daycare teacher teaching children from the ages of an infant to 12 years old. Ranging from children going through grief, behavioral issues, and special needs. I help those struggling to find themselves and give...
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Samantha S.

Experienced Babysitter With Flexible Availability

New Tripoli, PA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Samantha! I am 26 years old and a mama to one little boy. I attended Lincoln Technical Institute for Medical Assisting and am now a registered medical assistant. I am a huge kid and animal lover and have been as long as I can remember. I have ample experience with kids of all ages as well as elderly people and...

Care Member says "Samantha has been so helpful! She’s extremely friendly and warm and clearly great with kids. She kept me constantly updated when my infant was in her...

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Nancy V.

Pet Care

Summit Hill, PA

4.2(1)
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$28/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello my name is Nancy. I raised 4 of my own children, 2 boys and twins, boy and a girl. My oldest is 34my second is 33 and my twins just turn 26 years old. I have also helped my neighbor raising her kids due to her disability. I have worked in treatment facility with young kids ages 4 until 21 years old. I am very caring...

Tasha W. says "Nancy took great care of my 3 year old special needs son who is unable to speak, walk or feed himself. she fed him, dressed him in pj's, put him to bed and...

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Courtney C.

Part-Time College Special Education Student Available For Caregiving!

Palmerton, PA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
I am a 3rd year college student majoring in special education and middle school math education. I love working with people with disabilities and watching their potential sky rocket. I enjoy helping them with everyday activities as well as teaching them basic life skills. I am able to do functional skill instruction as well.
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Michael B.

Nesquehoning, PA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
I have worked within the field of adults with disabilities. I currently work with an adult in the community setting helping to expand his individual skills.
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Debra C.

Slatedale, PA

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$15/hr
8 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I began babysitting when I was 14 years old, and have done volunteer work with children. I have experience with child with special needs and am comfortable caring for children who have disabilities. I have references and credentials that are available upon request. I am comfortable caring for children aged 0 months-12 years. I...
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Kayla R.

Loving Caregiver

Palmerton, PA

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$15/hr
1 year experience
As a mother of 2 children with disabilities and l think I would be a great match for you and your child.
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Nicole W.

Special Needs Provider

Coaldale, PA

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$10/hr
Currently I am a personal care aide in an assisted living facility caring for people with dementia. I am also an activity assistant at a long term care facility. I love my work although it is tough at times at the end of the day it is good to be doing something good for the world and for the community. I also enjoy teaching yoga...
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Kaitlyn M.

Compassionate, Caring, LPN

Slatington, PA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Hi, My name is Kaitlyn. I am a very responsible, patient, creative, hardworking LPN, with approximately 11 years of experience caring for children from infants to teenagers, as well as adults. I have been a Direct Support Professional and almost 3 years ago received my LPN license. I have a 1-year-old daughter, and own my home,...
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Megan T.

Experienced Support Worker

Palmerton, PA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
I taught preschool for 2 years and held an Assistant Director position of an early learning center for another 2. I have worked in an adolescent treatment center at a hospital and am in my 3rd year as a Registered Behavior Technician in ABA. I love helping kids with coping skills and seeing the best in themselves.
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Angelina D.

I'm A CNA

Slatington, PA

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$15/hr
Im currently a CNA, I hope to add phlebotomy to my skills in the near future. I have been in the medical field for 3 years now and I really enjoy working with special needs and the elderly.
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Elizabeth R.

Palmerton, PA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with both children and older adults with special needs since I was 14. I have worked as a aide for a camp in Carbon County. Children and adults with a variety of disabilities attended. I have also worked one on one with several. I am passionate with what I do because I feel as though I am saving one more person...
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Eleanor L.

Special Education Teachers Assistant

Jim Thorpe, PA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
My first job out of college in 1980s was working at the Archie hay village School in rockleigh New Jersey as a teacher's aide for special needs children adolescence teens I love the job it was so rewarding and helping these kids gives you so much satisfaction. I have also worked with seniors on a government level for 17 years I...
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Tara M.

Quirky, All Smiles

Lansford, PA

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$12/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
I am experienced with toddlers, special needs children and teenagers. I am extremely patient. I have my own car and can pick and drop off at school need be. Also can help with homework. Comfortable with pets. Can Cook and Clean.
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Jennifer G.

Stay At Home Mom Available To Watch Your Child This Summer.

Palmerton, PA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
I am a stay at home mom of one 4-year-old. I have extensive experience with children in multiple settings. I taught preschool for 10 years. I also have experience with children with special needs.
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Amy S.

Reliable And Devoted Caregiver

Lansford, PA

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$14/hr
10 years experience
I have over 20 years as a CNA working with people of all ages. My career has been in long-term care facilities, assisted living and also in home care. I am trained to handle all different circumstances and disabilities. I have stayed in this field for as long as I have because I genuinely love what I do.
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Tayana B.

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

Effort, PA

5.0(1)
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$10/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I currently work as a paraprofessional (personal aide) at a school for children with special needs. The child I work with, majority of the other children in my school are on the autism spectrum. It gives me great joy waking up every day knowing that I am making a huge impact on someone's life. I love my job, and I love children...

Missy W. says "Tayana is great! She is incredibly caring and attentive to our two toddlers. We especially appreciate the care she shows to our son, who we suspect is on...

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Antonella C.

senior care

Allentown, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Antonella . I am here to help you with your daily needs, chores , errands. and cooking your favorite meal. It will be my pleasure to make your life easier and more fulfilling. , I'm available to help you or your love one through your days. As a caregiver, I have a compassionate heart and a deep understanding of...

Care Member says "Antonella was excellent with all 3 kids ranging from ages 10 months to 7 years old. She was very reliable, had excellent energy and showed up early and...

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Tayana B.

Full-Time Caregiver Available

Effort, PA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience
Travel
Greetings, My name Tayana and I love helping kids develop into their little personalities! Though I am not your typical caretaker, I have plenty of experience with kids with special needs. I've have spent my last 8 years in working in a self contained classroom as a para, and the past few years I have moved up to a Behavior...

Sherry M. says "Tayana is a great, caring and dependable girl. She truly has the best interest of children in mind. She truly cares about the children and their well...

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Kirsten K.

Speech Therapist Mommy Looking To Care For Other Children

Kutztown, PA

4.3(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Kirsten. I am a licensed speech therapist with a focus in working with special needs children. I enjoy crafts, books, the outdoors, and any fun engaging activities that children can experience to learn new skills. I have 12+ years experience with care/ babysitting. I have been hired on care. com in the...

Care Member says "Kirsten was a great caregiver for our daughter with autism and deafness. They went for walks, played games together, and cooked food. Kirsten really...

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  • The average post rate is $17.00/hr as of June 2025

Recent special needs caregiver reviews from local parents in Lehighton, PA

Special Needs Caregivers in Lehighton, PA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 55 listed special needs caregivers

Samantha S.

Samantha has been so helpful! She’s extremely friendly and warm and clearly great with kids. She kept me constantly updated when my infant...

- Care member

Nancy V.

Nancy took great care of my 3 year old special needs son who is unable to speak, walk or feed himself. she fed him, dressed him in pj's, put...

- Tasha W.

Tayana B.

Tayana is great! She is incredibly caring and attentive to our two toddlers. We especially appreciate the care she shows to our son, who we...

- Missy W.

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